by Holy Spirit Parish | Sep 25, 2017 | News, Pope Francis
“During Angelus, Prays Martyred Missionary Priest Helps Us Be Courageous Witnesses of the Gospel ‘May his heroic example help us to be courageous witnesses of the Gospel, committing ourselves in favor of human dignity.’ Pope Francis said these words toward the...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Sep 19, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, News, Pope Francis
“On Sunday Pope Francis spoke about the limitless love of God, and how it leads him to forgive us time and time again; something we must strive to do for others, no matter how many times they’ve sinned against us. “The forgiveness of God is a sign of his...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Sep 19, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, News, Vatican News
“As preparations continue for next year’s Synod of Bishops on young people, the Vatican hosted young adults and global experts for a seminar in Rome aimed at listening to the experiences of youth from around the world. “So far we can see everyone allowing...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Sep 11, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, Pope Francis
“During a press conference Sunday aboard the papal plane from Colombia to Rome, Pope Francis said that though he is not familiar with how the decision to end DACA was made, he hopes it will be reconsidered as part of a pro-life ethic which defends the unity of...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Sep 11, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, News
“On the clear, sunny morning of Sept. 11, 2001, Fr. Kevin Madigan heard an explosion overhead. He grabbed oils for anointing, ran out the door of St. Peter’s parish in New York City, and wandered towards the center of the commotion – the World Trade Center...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Sep 6, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, News
“In their 2017 statement for Labor Day, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops stressed a properly ordered understanding of work, which prioritizes the worker and the family. This vision of work must ensure safe working conditions, show solidarity with those in...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Sep 6, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, News
“The Brazilian man who received the miracle allowing for Mother Teresa’s canonization says that he and his wife were ordinary believers who received an extraordinary sign of God’s mercy. “From the beginning, the diagnoses weren’t good and they seemed only worse....
by Holy Spirit Parish | Aug 28, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, Pope Francis, Vatican News
“On Monday the Vatican confirmed rumors that have been swirling the past few weeks about a papal visit to Myanmar and Bangladesh, announcing that Pope Francis will visit the two Asian countries Nov. 27-Dec. 2. “Welcoming the invitation of the respective heads of...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Aug 28, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, Pope Francis, Vatican News
“Pope Francis received a group of Catholic lawmakers from around the world on Sunday, telling them their work must build bridges with others and bring Catholic teaching into public life. “As long as the contribution of the Church to the great questions of...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Aug 22, 2017 | News, Pope Francis
““Welcoming, protecting, promoting and integrating migrants and refugees” Here is a Vatican translation of the Pope’s message for the 104th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, which will be celebrated on January 14th 2018. The document was published on Monday...
